JP Morgan Chase funded the expansion of Ventures commercial kitchen, pop-up, and gift show programs.
Author: Katharine Kurfurst (Katharine Johanne Kurfurst)

Celebrate LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs with us!
Ventures and The Riveter are hosting a happy hour and panel discussion with LGBTQ+ founders on how they built their businesses on June 25th.

Eli Allison: Revolutionizing the Auto Repair Industry
"I worked in the industry for several years as a mechanic and hated what I saw. People were taken advantage of and lied to...I loved fixing cars but couldn’t stay in an industry with this landscape so I quit…and started daydreaming about how I could do it better."

Meet the InnoVentures Judges
Meet this year's InnoVentures Judges and learn why they decided to volunteer their time.

Partner Spotlight: Pike Place Market Daystall Program
The revenue made a tremendous impact on vendors—some were able to get ahead on their rent, pay off some business credit card debt, or invest in inventory.

Real Conversations with Women Business Owners
Let's get real. We'll bring the lunch. You'll bring your experiences.

The Seed That Grew Into Viviana’s Business
When Viviana Lopez moved to the United States in 2012 from Spain, she was excited to begin a new life and seize the opportunity to become a businesswoman.

How Can Transportation Alleviate Poverty?
If you don't have a car, which an estimated 94% of welfare recipients don't, then you have to rely on public transit, bikes, or your own two feet.

El Chito Gourmet Tamales
We sat down with Marlo Aguilar, the proud owner of El Chito Gourmet Tamales, to learn more about how he started his business.